Description
Black Pepper Chicken is a savory, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, peppery sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of honey. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 2–3 tbsp freshly ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or water)
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening the sauce)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
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Season the chicken breasts with a pinch of salt and pepper on both sides.
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Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add chopped onion, garlic, and grated ginger. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and softened.
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Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), honey or brown sugar, and chicken broth. Bring the sauce to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
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Add the freshly ground black pepper and salt, adjusting to taste. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water and stir it into the sauce, allowing it to thicken for 1-2 minutes.
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Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for another 2-3 minutes, allowing it to absorb the flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro, if desired, and serve with rice or steamed vegetables
Notes
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Adjust the amount of black pepper to your personal spice preference. For a milder version, use less pepper, or for more heat, feel free to add extra.
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For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes to an hour in soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and black pepper before cooking.
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This dish pairs well with jasmine rice, steamed broccoli, or sautéed greens.
You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: undefined
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
